SEGA has unveiled a brand-new competition-themed trailer for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, giving us a closer look at the rivalries and high-speed action that define the upcoming racer. The footage shows Sonic and his friends battling it out on the track while also spotlighting Pac-Man, the latest character joining the Season Pass lineup.
The trailer also teased several previously unseen modes, including Time Trials and Race Park, adding even more variety to the experience when the game launches next month.
Alongside the reveal, SEGA confirmed that an Open Network Test will run from Friday, August 29, 2025, through Monday, September 1, 2025. During this limited event, you can jump in and race for free on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. (The test will not be available on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.)
Check out the latest trailer below!
Game Modes Overview
Here’s a closer look at the modes featured in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds:
- Grand Prix: Compete solo or in split-screen co-op across seven cups, each with four races. Points are tallied, and the highest scorer wins.
- World Match: Race online with up to 11 others, earn Rank Points, and climb the global leaderboard.
- Friend Match: Set up private lobbies for up to 12 players with customizable settings like speed, AI difficulty, and team options.
- Race Park: A party-style mode with six unique formats, varied objectives, and team-based play, available online and offline.
- Time Trial: Aim for the fastest lap times, save your Ghosts, and chase leaderboard glory.
- Custom Match: Play split-screen offline with up to four players, adjusting races to your preferences.
- Rival System: Get paired with a rival racer across four Grand Prix races. Rivals taunt you with unique dialogue and present an extra challenge.
- Four Player Local Co-Op: Share the action with up to four players on the same screen.
- Cross-Platform Matchmaking: Race online with up to 12 players, regardless of platform.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds launches on September 25, 2025, for PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch, with a version for Nintendo Switch 2 arriving later this holiday season.
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